Dama
About Dama
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dama village is 508309. Dama village is located in Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Deesa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dama village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2069.07 hectares. Dama has a total population of 4,029 peoples, out of which male population is 2,054 while female population is 1,975. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dama village is 59.62% out of which 68.74% males and 50.13% females are literate. There are about 705 houses in dama village. Pincode of dama village locality is 385535.
When it comes to administration, Dama village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dama village comes under Deesa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Deesa is nearest town to dama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Dama
The population details of Dama cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,029 | 2,054 | 1,975 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 644 | 355 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 350 | 179 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,412 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,627 | 642 | 985 |
Connectivity of Dama
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dama
Where is Dama located?
Dama village is situated in Deesa Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dama?
Dama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dama?
The pincode of Dama is 385535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dama is 4,029, with 2,054 males and 1,975 females.
How many households are there in Dama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dama village has a total of 705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dama is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 68.74%, while the female literacy rate is 50.13%.